Therwadi - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Therwadi is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Karjat and around 85 km from Ahmadnagar. Therawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Therwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therwadi is 558605. The village covers a total geographical area of 1382 hectares and falls under the 414402 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Therwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Therwadi village had a total population of 2,236 people, including 1,172 males and 1,064 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.38%, with male literacy at 79.14% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 495, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,172 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 170 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 259 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 793 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 379 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Therwadi
Therwadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgaon | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Kolvadi | East | 3.73 km |
| Benwadi | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Torkadwadi | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | South | 5.38 km |
| Netakewadi | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Kangudwadi | South | 6.39 km |
| Pimpalwadi | West | 6.45 km |
| Kumbhefal | East | 6.73 km |
| Bhandewadi | North-East | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therwadi
Public transport in the Therwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jinti Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Therwadi is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Therwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Therwadi
Where is Therwadi located?
Therwadi village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Therwadi is Therawadi.
What is the pincode of Therwadi?
The pincode of Therwadi is 414402.
What is the population of Therwadi?
Therwadi had a total population of 2,236, including 1,172 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Therwadi?
Therwadi had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therwadi was 70.38%. Male literacy was 79.14% and female literacy was 61.18%.